Fire Safety Manager

The Role:

We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Fire Safety Manager to join a growing compliance and asset management function. This is a key leadership role responsible for driving fire safety strategy, ensuring regulatory compliance, and promoting a proactive safety culture across the organisation.

You will lead a specialist team and oversee contractor performance to ensure properties remain safe, compliant, and fully aligned with current fire safety legislation and best practice. This is an excellent opportunity for a fire safety professional who combines strong technical expertise with effective leadership and stakeholder management skills.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage fire safety compliance programmes across the property portfolio.
• Develop, implement and continuously improve fire safety strategies, policies, procedures and management plans.
• Oversee Fire Risk Assessments (FRAs), ensuring risks are identified, monitored and mitigated effectively.
• Monitor legislative and regulatory changes, ensuring ongoing compliance with fire safety requirements.
• Manage the installation, maintenance and testing of fire safety systems, including alarms, sprinklers and emergency lighting.
• Lead contractor and supplier management, driving performance, quality and value for money.
• Develop and deliver fire safety training, guidance and awareness programmes for colleagues and residents.
• Lead fire incident investigations, identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions.
• Work collaboratively across departments to embed fire safety into operational activities and decision-making.
• Provide expert advice, reporting and assurance to senior leaders and stakeholders.
• Lead, coach and develop a fire safety team, creating a high-performing culture focused on safety, compliance and customer service.

What We're Looking For:

• Significant experience in fire safety, property compliance, housing maintenance or a similar compliance-focused environment.
• Strong understanding of fire safety legislation, regulations and risk management principles.
• Proven experience managing contracts and contractor performance.
• Experience leading and developing teams.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder engagement skills.
• Strong analytical skills with experience using data to drive performance improvements.
• Experience managing budgets and delivering value for money.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and work effectively under pressure.
• Strong organisational skills and attention to detail.
• Full UK driving licence and access to a vehicle for business use.

Qualifications Required:

• Relevant qualification in construction, property services or a related discipline (Degree or Level 6 equivalent preferred).
• Project Management or Management qualification (desirable).
• NEBOSH or equivalent Health & Safety qualification (desirable).

What You'll Be Responsible For:  

• Managing a Fire Safety team including Fire Safety Officers, FRA specialists and compliance support staff.
• Supporting the delivery of fire safety compliance and assurance programmes.
• Providing leadership across fire safety strategy, operational delivery and continuous improvement initiatives.